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UC ranked NZ’s most research intensive university
Tuesday, 6 September 2016, 9:31 am | University of Canterbury
New Zealand’s most research intensive university has generated a record amount of external research funding due to its collaborative strategy, according to the University of Canterbury’s new Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research and Innovation Professor ... More >>
Brexit: a view from afar - law seminar
Monday, 5 September 2016, 12:10 pm | University of Canterbury
In a “light” and “accessible” legal seminar, University of Canterbury Professor of Law Philip Joseph will explore the giant leap into the unknown that the vote for Brexit has triggered. More >>
UC researcher aims to 3D-print synthetic wood
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 4:42 pm | University of Canterbury
A University of Canterbury researcher has won Government funding to explore the potential of 3D-printing live plant cells (bio-printing) to create synthetic wood. More >>
UC welcomes re-opening of Rutherford’s Den
Thursday, 1 September 2016, 1:18 pm | University of Canterbury
The University of Canterbury is pleased that the research and lecture space of one of its most famous scientists, academics and alumni has opened to the public once more. More >>
New book explores tertiary teaching of Japanese
Tuesday, 30 August 2016, 11:11 am | University of Canterbury
A new book co-edited by University of Canterbury Lecturer in Japanese Dr Masayoshi Ogino gives unprecedented insight into issues and strategies around Japanese language learning and teaching in New Zealand at tertiary level. More >>
A COOL change for learners and communities
Friday, 26 August 2016, 4:16 pm | University of Canterbury
Although many teachers and families are concerned about Education Minister Hekia Parata’s announcement of a law change to enable more school students to enrol in online learning, a world-renowned expert and Distinguished Professor in e-Learning ... More >>
Is New Zealand food safe? A toxicologist’s view
Wednesday, 24 August 2016, 3:15 pm | University of Canterbury
In his upcoming UC Connect public talk, University of Canterbury Professor of Toxicology Ian Shaw will explore food from a toxicologist’s perspective and focus on chemical contaminants and natural toxins in food and try to answer the question, is New Zealand ... More >>
UC Forestry academic wins international award
Tuesday, 23 August 2016, 12:49 pm | University of Canterbury
Dr Justin Morgenroth, senior lecturer in the New Zealand School of Forestry at University of Canterbury, has been awarded the 2016 Early Career Scientist Award, one of the International Society of Arboriculture’s (ISA) Awards of Distinction . Dr Morgenroth’s ... More >>
UC researcher closer to her NASA astronaut dream
Monday, 22 August 2016, 1:59 pm | University of Canterbury
Dr Sarah Kessans, a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Canterbury, is in the top 1% of applicants shortlisted by NASA to become an astronaut. More >>
Didymo directly affects freshwater fish: new study
Tuesday, 16 August 2016, 12:19 pm | University of Canterbury
A new study by University of Canterbury researchers has shown that the invasive freshwater algae didymo is having a significant impact on fish in our rivers and streams. More >>
1950s New Zealand captured in flash fiction
Tuesday, 16 August 2016, 12:06 pm | University of Canterbury
A new work of flash fiction from prize-winning poet and short-fiction author Frankie McMillan provides an intriguing evocation of 1950s New Zealand. More >>
Capacity crowds for University public lectures
Monday, 15 August 2016, 2:45 pm | University of Canterbury
Two public talks at the University of Canterbury will have capacity audiences after both of tomorrow’s UC Connect lectures sold out of tickets early. More >>
UC alumni represent NZ at Rio Olympics 2016
Thursday, 11 August 2016, 3:24 pm | University of Canterbury
The University of Canterbury is proud to be associated with the New Zealand Olympic team, with 14 past or present students competing in the Rio Games. More >>
University of Canterbury welcomes new Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Thursday, 11 August 2016, 12:27 pm | University of Canterbury
Following an international search and selection process, Professor Ian Wright will take up the role of University of Canterbury Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research and Innovation, from 22 August. Professor Wright brings to the University of Canterbury ... More >>
UC researchers take leaf from nature to catch CO2
Wednesday, 10 August 2016, 11:24 am | University of Canterbury
UC researchers have been awarded research funding from the Royal Society of NZ Catalyst Fund to create a synthetic leaf to use or consume the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide. More >>
UC hits record number of Doctoral students
Monday, 8 August 2016, 2:41 pm | University of Canterbury
The University of Canterbury continues to punch above its weight in postgraduate achievement and research excellence with record numbers of doctoral candidates and thousands of postgraduates enrolled by mid-year. More >>
Exploring off the earth, for the earth
Friday, 5 August 2016, 12:54 pm | University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury students got a chance to pick the brains of one of the United States’ most influential scientists, NASA Deputy Administrator Dr Dava Newman. More >>
UC marine scientists come to aid of lost Orca calf
Friday, 5 August 2016, 11:58 am | University of Canterbury
A baby orca separated from its family is the focus of a rescue mission uniting University of Canterbury marine scientists, DOC staff, local Iwi and residents on the North Island’s east coast. Marine mammal scientist Dr Ingrid Visser, Director of the ... More >>
Ancient meets hi-tech as UC 3D-prints antiquities
Wednesday, 3 August 2016, 1:31 pm | University of Canterbury
The University of Canterbury is using modern 3D-printing technology to preserve and study rare classical antiquities, many dating back more than three millennia. More >>
Māori UC student teacher wins Kupe scholarship
Thursday, 28 July 2016, 2:08 pm | University of Canterbury
An outstanding University of Canterbury Māori student teacher has been awarded a Kupe Scholarship for providing a strong role model of success in education, it was announced in Parliament this week. More >>
